In the much-anticipated Season 12 premiere of Larry David’s “Curb Your Enthusiasm,” the laughs were in full swing, pulling in a total of 1 million viewers across Max and HBO platforms, according to the sources.
The latest season’s debut marked a notable 26% surge from the Season 11 premiere and finale, which drew in 788,000 and 789,000 viewers, respectively. Throughout Season 11, the comedy series averaged an impressive 4.3 million viewers per episode across various platforms.
The premiere episode faced stiff competition on Sunday night from the 66th annual Grammy Awards, a music extravaganza that raked in a whopping 16.9 million viewers on CBS. This marked a significant 34% increase from the previous year’s ceremony, making it the Grammys’ most-watched event since 2020.
Now, diving into the “Curb Your Enthusiasm” storyline, the Season 12 opener takes viewers on a seemingly straightforward trip to Atlanta, Georgia. True to the show’s signature style, the plot twists and turns, leading to Larry David‘s character being arrested for breaking the state’s voting laws, all because he offered water to Auntie Rae. Classic “Curb” chaos!
Notable highlights from the episode include a sidesplitting showdown between David and Siri, as well as a reenactment of Donald Trump’s infamous mugshot from his arrest in Fulton County, Georgia, last year.
The stellar cast, featuring Jeff Garlin, Susie Essman, J.B. Smoove, Cheryl Hines, Richard Lewis, Ted Danson, Vince Vaughn, and Tracey Ullman, adds to the comedic brilliance. David, Garlin, and Jeff Schaffer take the reins as executive producers, with Laura Streicher and Jennifer Corey serving as co-executive producers.
For fans eager to catch the humor, the Season 12 premiere is currently available for streaming. Subsequent episodes are set to premiere on Sundays, airing on both HBO and Max. So, buckle up for more uproarious escapades with Larry David and the gang!